B&B Automobiltechnik is one of the main featured tuning companies in our blog. Their latest project is based on the favorited Audi A4, equipped with the strongest engine, namely – the 3.0 TDI. As a standard it comes with 272 hp (200 kW) and 600 Nm (443 lb-ft) of torque. However, the 272 number wasn’t enough for the driver of this car. So the tuners stepped in with a special three stage conversion program. What is more, there are some changes made to the handling and appearance of the A4, we should also mention. Here are the details.
Three Stages for Perfect Output
The first stage pumps up the output of the V6 to 310 hp (228 kW) and 670 Nm (495 lb-ft). Stage 2 brings the numbers to 326 hp (240 kW) with 695 Nm (513 lb-ft). The final stage swells the output to the impressive 350 hp (257 kW) and 725 Nm (535 lb-ft). All three upgrade stages feature adaptation software for the eight-speed Tiptronic transmission. In addition, the factory electronic Vmax limiter was removed.
In order to achieve 365 hp (268 kW) and 530 Nm (391 lb-ft) of torque, B&B’s Stage 3 conversion can additionally use a bespoke turbocharger with modified downpipe and sports catalyst to increase system flow and reduce exhaust backpressure.
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What happens against the stopwatch? Well, the results are impressive: the 0-100 km/h sprint is reduced from 5.4 sec to 4.5 sec, while the top speed goes up from 250 km/h to 275 km/h.
If one drives the S4 3.0 TFSI range flagship, equipped with the turbocharged, direct-injection V6, then the stock 354 hp (260 kW) and 500 Nm (370 lb-ft) of torque, then the stages will make it up to 450 hp (330 kW) and 600 Nm (443 lb-ft).
Other Options Available
When it comes to output improvement, the B&B recommends adding their thermostatically-controlled oil cooling system, which will keep the engine’s life giving fluids within factory limits. In addition, for better handing and on-road presence, B&B has added a sport spring set, which lowers the ride height by 35 mm.
Furthermore, the chassis behaviour has been improved via the in-house made coilover suspension that offers the options of adjustable ride height, and separately adjustable damper bounce and rebound control. On the other hand, the electronically controlled DDC coilover kit allows the person behind the wheel to choose comfort or sport settings at the touch of a button.
Furthermore, the new B&B Automobiltechnik Audi A4 has been dressed with the perfect outfit for an uprated output. The added tailor made sports outfit comprises of high-quality Caractere aerodynamic package, and B&B’s in-house light-alloy wheels in 19 and 20-inch sizes. Of course, behind the alloys, high performance brake system catches the attention. At last, but not least, there is a brand new sports exhaust system and tips along with a sound generator, for more menacing presence in the streets.
Source: B&B Automobiltechnik
Fostla.de BMW M3 Coupe has stunning looks, which perfectly complement its untamed inner nature. In other words, if you have the regular BMW M3, and want to “touch” it a little bit, the team at Fostla.de is definitely offering an option to consider. In this way, your ordinary automobile will be transformed into a unique piece of extraordinary art.The exterior looks of the model are mainly defined by its “color”, which in this case has been achieved with the help of high-quality adhesive vinyl. The full vinyl wrapping has been preferred over the partial or full bodywork paint finish. This is the truth behind the mirror-like exterior of the car, by applying the full vinyl wrapping in black-chrome. Note that even the headlights, taillights and the windows were tinted, to be in harmony with the overall design.
Precisely, they have used carbon fiber from Carbonfiber Dynamics parts to upgrade the BMW M3 Coupé. To be more detailed, the hood, the front lip, the exhaust tail pipes, the side skirts edges and the rear spoiler lip are all made of the light-weight material.The story does not end here however. Have you spotted the impressive gray powder-coated Breyton GTS 20—inch wheels, fitted with matching tires. The appearance of the M3 was further enhanced by the spacer discs and the moderate lowering. The new sport exhaust system is not only responsible for the fantastic sound, but for the mighty power as well.Well done, Fostla.de, well done!
Today marks the reveal of Alfa Romeo Giulia and its entire range at the Centro Sperimentale di Balocco (Vercelli). In other words, the car has finally debuted, offering a brand new take on its fantastic design. The top of the range version is called Quadrifoglio, which is expression of the “La meccanica delle emozioni” concept.
Toyota Toyota Avensis and Auris get new updates or the MY2016, which make the models more desirable and better equipped. Improvements have been made to the Toyota Touch 2 multimedia system, Auris’ hybrid powertrain and there have been added new color choices.
Subaru might not be the car company favorited by everybody, but it is still one of the most durable and capable car-brands out there. So the news will be exciting for not so many, but for the true fans in general. The company has recently announced that it adds for the 2017 model year new trim levels for the Outback and Legacy models.
Toyota Australia has made a great debut during the weekend, which has slipped somehow through our fingers. We are talking about the global debut of the new Shooting Brake concept version based on the GT86 coupe. Well, it is only in a prototype form, but still has fantastic design.
Skoda Kodiaq is the newest and largest SUV in the lineup of car in company’s family. The rather strange name of the vehicle is not accidental. Since it is the larges in the range, the name refers to the Kodiak bear species, which lives on a remote island off the southern coast of Alaska. And this is the way the indigenous people of the Alutiiq have called the bear. What we also know is that the new SUV campaign and its debut introduction will happen in the second half of 2016.
Prior-Design has just released a stunning tuning kit for the Audi A6 Avant and the RS6. It definitely contributes for bettering (if that is even possible) car’s stance. What is more, the tuning company also offers an exciting power-modification for these models. The aim is to add more excitement to the enhanced visual appearance. Well, they’ve done it right.
Let’s go astray from the Golf GTI hype and talk about the latest project of the tuners at mcchip-dkr. It is based on a Porsche 991 Carrera S, which is not the typical car one would see on a daily basis (unless they own it). Since, mcchip-dkr is well-known for chip tuning, there is no doubt that the Porsche would feature more horses than its stock ones. Precisely, the software adjustment and development were accomplished on a high-performance SuperFlow AWD dynamometer type SF880. But to objectively see the result, we should first make a comparison.
This year marks the 40 years of the Golf GTI and this only means that at the annual meeting at Wörthersee, we will see some very cool and one-off projects. Like these two. The first one is a show car called Golf GTI Heartbeat and made by Volkswagen’s apprentices. The other one is the Golf R Variant Performance 35 with 350 PS (257 kW).
If you wonder how the “Ultimate Defender” would look like, then you should definitely visit the London Motor Show, which starts tomorrow. If you aren’t in the vicinity of the event, then you can jump into our gallery and check out the latest project of the famous Afzal Kahn. In his striving for perfection, he has eventually created the so called “Utimate” Land Rover Defender. Here are the details.
Besides the Volkswagen Golf 7 GTI Clubsport, another car which is celebrating its 40th anniversary is the Porsche 911 Turbo. Since the introduction of the original 911 in 1964, the car has become a legend, and the 911 Turbo was the first turbocharged production sportscar ever! We won’t discuss the vast advantages of the model over its competitors, but when the Porsche 997 Turbo came out, it was praised as the best all-round sports car of its time! It also got a Cabriolet variant, which was the icing on the cake.
